The meaning of “μείζων”
Understanding meízōn reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
irregular comparative of μέγας elder, greater(-est), more. - larger (literally or figuratively, specially, in age)
μείζων
irregular comparative of μέγας elder, greater(-est), more. - larger (literally or figuratively, specially, in age)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 18:4 | “Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” Word: μείζων (meízōn) | |
| Luke 22:24 | “And there was also a strife among them, which of them should be accounted the greatest.” Word: μείζων (meízōn) | |
| Romans 9:12 | “It was said unto her, The elder shall serve the younger.” Word: μείζων (meízōn) | |
| Hebrews 9:11 | “But Christ being come an high priest of good things to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building;” Word: μείζων (meízōn) | |
| 2 Peter 2:11 | “Whereas angels, which are greater in power and might, bring not railing accusation against them before the Lord.” Word: μείζων (meízōn) |